Green clay has acquired such a color due to the presence of iron oxide in the composition. In addition, in green clay, there are many other minerals: silver, zinc, phosphorus, copper, magnesium, calcium, manganese and others. Green clay possesses antitoxic and antibacterial action, it reduces inflammatory processes on the skin.
Most often green clay is used for oily skin of the face. Clay very effectively cleans pores, and also narrows them. In addition, the mask of green clay normalizes the work of the sebaceous glands, increases skin tone, improves blood circulation of the skin. Cosmetologists recommend using green clay to smooth wrinkles on the face. Due to the fact that it promotes the regeneration of skin cells, green clay has a rejuvenating effect.
Soothing mask of green clay
Ingredients: 2-3 teaspoons of green clay, 1 teaspoon of olive oil, 1 teaspoon of chamomile.
Preparation and use: Mix all ingredients, apply on face for 10 minutes. Wash off with warm water. This mask is suitable for dry skin due to the content of olive oil.
Mask of green clay against acne
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons of green clay, a little water, 7-8 drops of rosemary essential oil.
Preparation and use: the ingredients are mixed until a uniform mass is formed. The mask is applied either to the whole face, or pointwise to problematic areas. After 10 minutes, rinse with plain water.
Cleansing masks made of green clay
Option one
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons of green clay, 2 teaspoons of almond oil, a little bit of mineral water.
Preparation and use: Mix the ingredients and apply a thick layer on the face. Leave the mask on for 15-20 minutes, rinse with water. If you feel uncomfortable, then it is better to wash off the mask immediately.
Option Two
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons of green clay, 1 tablespoon oatmeal, 3 tablespoons water.
Preparation and use: Mix all the ingredients available before the gruel mass. Apply to the face with a thick layer. Leave for 15-20 minutes, then rinse with water. If the mask dries earlier, wash it off earlier.
Nourishing mask of green clay
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons of green clay, 1 tablespoon of jojoba oil, 3-4 drops of bergamot essential oil.
Preparation and use: mix the components of the mask, apply them to the face for 10 minutes. Then it is washed off with warm water.